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Mission

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is an independent US Government agency responsible for providing national security intelligence to senior US policymakers.

For more on the Agency's mission, visit our Strategic Intent.

 
Central Intelligence Agency
The Work of a Nation. The Center of Intelligence

Clandestine Service

Who We Are

  • We are an elite corps of men and women shaped by diverse ethnic, educational and professional backgrounds.
  • We conduct our clandestine mission worldwide.
  • We collect actionable human intelligence (HUMINT) that informs the U.S. President, senior policymakers, military, and law enforcement.
  • Core values guide our professional and personal actions.

 

"Serving in the National Clandestine Service is more than just a career; it is a way of life."


Posted: Mar 23, 2009 07:55 AM
Last Updated: Mar 23, 2009 12:06 PM
Last Reviewed: Mar 23, 2009 07:55 AM